Syllabus HPE 102 Basic Rhythms General Information Date May 29th, 2018 Author Sean Buck Department Physical Education and Integrated Health Care Course Prefix HPE Course Number 102 Course Title Basic Rhythms Course Information Credit Hours 1 Lecture Contact Hours 0.5 Lab Contact Hours 1.5 Other Contact Hours 0 Catalog Description This course provides the opportunity for students to experience and learn dance steps and movement patterns for several types of dances. Representative styles include Ballroom/Social dancing, Latin dancing, Line dancing, and Folk dancing. Students will also learn to identify the musical beats and rhythms appropriate for each dance. Throughout the course students compile a portfolio of selected dances for future use. Key Assessment This course does not contain a Key Assessment for any programs May 29th, 2018 2:06 pm 1/3 Prerequisites None Co-requisites None Grading Scheme Letter First Year Experience/Capstone Designation This course DOES NOT satisfy the outcomes applicable for status as a FYE or Capstone. SUNY General Education This course is designated as satisfying a requirement in the following SUNY Gen Ed category None FLCC Values Institutional Learning Outcomes Addressed by the Course Vitality Inquiry Perseverance Course Learning Outcomes Course Learning Outcomes 1. Perform the basic steps and movement patterns for all the dances explained in class. 2. Identify fundamental rhythmic elements (eg. music genre and/or components, dance styles). 3. Describe dance positions and movement patterns. 4. Compile a portfolio summarizing all dances performed. Outline of Topics Covered I. Dance Fundamentals: a. Leading techniques and responsibilities b. Follower’s responsibilities May 29th, 2018 2:06 pm 2/3 c. Dance rhythm and style d. Dance positions e. Dance formations II. Ballroom Dances (eg. Foxtrot, Waltz, Tango) a. Musical style b. Steps c. Timing d. Rhythm III. Latin Dances (eg. Merengue, Cha Cha, Rumba, Mambo) a. Musical style b. Steps c. Timing d. Rhythm IV. Social Dances (eg. Hustle, Swing) a. Musical style b. Steps c. Timing d. Rhythm V. Line Dance introduction VI. Folk Dance introduction May 29th, 2018 2:06 pm 3/3.